High Impact Coaching
At MVP Tutoring, we focus on building the skills students need to thrive academically and beyond. From mastering time management to improving concentration and organization, our goal is to help learners develop confidence and independence, ensuring long-term success.
Mission: To establish a collaborative partnership where I help your child become the MVP
(Most Valuable Player) in their academic journey. To facilitate this, I empower your student
by carefully listening, understanding their unique needs, and tailoring strategies and solutions
that align with their individual goals and challenges.
Services Offered:
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Executive Function Coaching: Support for time management, organization, and academic planning.
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Customized Tutoring: Tailored strategies to align with individual goals and challenges.
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Flexible Meeting Options: Sessions can be conducted at school, the student's home, or online.
ABOUT ME
Hello and Welcome to MVP Tutoring! I am a private tutor based in San Francisco and I specialize in Executive Functions.
I have worked in both secondary education and higher education institutions such as Stanford, UCLA, and Johns Hopkins and have over 10,000 hours of experience helping students achieve their potential. I work with both neurodivergent and neurotypical individuals ranging in age from middle school students to adults.
I also have significant experience tutoring student athletes in secondary education. Many of these individuals matriculated to D1 schools where they are thriving as students and athletes.
You can learn more about my background below.
Ed stern's Education and Professional Development
CREDENTIALS
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Online Certificate from CSU Northridge in Assistive Technology
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Masters in Secondary Education from Mount Saint Mary College
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Bachelors Degree in History from Hobart College
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Permanently Certified as a Teacher in the State of New York
COURSES
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Academic Strategies and Executive Function Support for Students with LD, ADHD, and Autism (Landmark College)
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Online Blended and Classroom Technologies for Diverse Learners (Landmark College)
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Summer Institute at Landmark College--Focused on Executive Functions with Dr. Rick Bryck
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Demystifying Executive Functions 3 part workshop (Children's Health Council)
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International Conference on ADHD–Children and Adults with Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD)
FOCUS AREAS
TIME MANAGEMENT
Master the art of prioritizing tasks and managing schedules effectively to make the most of each day and stay ahead in academics.
CONCENTRATION STRATEGIES
Learn how to focus better and minimize distractions, turning study time into productive, uninterrupted sessions.
HOMEWORK TRACKING
Stay on top of assignments with practical tools and techniques to ensure nothing falls through the cracks.
GOAL SETTING
Set clear, achievable objectives and map out actionable steps to turn aspirations into measurable success.
PLANNING / ORGANIZATION
Develop structured approaches to organizing tasks and materials, making every project manageable and stress-free.
STUDY SKILLS
Enhance learning efficiency with proven techniques for note-taking, memorization, and test preparation.